The Government approved the update of the concept of BIM methodology implementation
"Like most sectors, the construction industry is undergoing dynamic development due to digitisation. In order to be able to build in our country with sufficient quality and without unnecessary obstacles, we need to introduce modern technologies and streamline processes in all phases of a construction project," says Minister of Industry and Trade Jozef Síkela, adding: "That is why we have prepared an update of the BIM concept, which will help modernise the construction industry in the Czech Republic, improve the quality of new buildings and reduce construction and operating costs. This new way of designing and building will create a digital twin of the building, which will enable systematic collection and use of information about the building throughout its life cycle."
The updated concept builds on the original BIM Concept and incorporates lessons learned from pilot projects by public institutions and construction companies. At the same time, it responds to changes in the legislative and technological environment both in the Czech Republic and abroad, i.e., for example, the Digital Czech Republic project, the amendment to the Construction Act or the substantive plan of the Act on the Management of Information on Construction and the Information Model of Construction and the Built Environment. It is thus a key part of the process of digitalization of the construction industry and the fulfilment of the vision of the so-called Construction 4.0.
"The newly acquired information through the BIM method will help operators to manage their assets efficiently or can serve, for example, in the event of an intervention by the integrated rescue system. Among other things, the method also reduces the occurrence of errors during preparation and keeps an eye on the price, which the contracting authority does not want to exceed," says Eduard Muřický, chief director of the Economy Section, adding that the ministry prepared the update of the document in cooperation with other ministries and other professional and interest organisations.
The first step of implementation will be the elaboration of individual action cards with their details, including required outputs, processing milestones and cost estimates. For the next period from 2028-2037, a draft of a new follow-up strategy document will be submitted to the Government by the end of 2026.